Behind the Scenes at Heritage Farm
September 12, 2026 / Heritage Farm, 3074 North Winn Rd, Decorah, IA 52101
DetailsKeeping heirloom seeds in our gardens and on our tables.
Founded in 1975
Seed Savers Exchange's Mission
Seed Savers Exchange stewards America’s culturally diverse and endangered garden and food crop legacy for present and future generations. We educate and connect people through collecting, regenerating, and sharing heirloom seeds, plants, and stories.
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Seed Savers Exchange offers a mix of virtual and in-person events throughout the year. Learn from our knowledgeable staff as well as experienced growers and seed savers in our network, and support our nonprofit mission to save America’s heirloom seeds.
Recent Articles
2025–30 Strategic Plan Completed
As we hold the significant responsibility of caring for our seed bank now and into the future, we are clear about what it takes to steward a living collection well.…
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ADAPT: Growing Something New, Sharing Knowledge
Notes from the field describe ‘Hartman’s Giant’ amaranth as having strong color and upright inflorescences. “I would grow this again, and I’d like to experiment cooking with it,” said Karen…
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A Milestone in Seed Conservation: Seed Savers Exchange Partners with Global Leaders
In October 2025, Seed Savers Exchange made history as the first nonprofit genebank in the United States to undergo a comprehensive external assessment by the Crop Trust, a global leader…
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